Gal Lucky Compass vs Apocalive
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side β with what reviewers say about each.
Gal Lucky Compass
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This app is no longer supported. We recommend migrating to the new version, Real Compass. https://apps.apple.com/app/id6758898828 (Please note that it does not feature the "Eho" lucky direction display for the Japanese Setsubun event.) A simple directional compass app.
Apocalive
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When an earthquake, storm, or blackout takes down cell service and the internet, your phone doesn't have to go dark. Apocalive connects phones directly to one another β no internet, no cell signal, no accounts β so people can find each other and coordinate rescue when it matters most. Trapped and need to be found? Searching for someone nearby? Apocalive turns the phone in your pocket into a rescue tool. TWO ROLES, ONE TAP β’ "I need rescue" makes your phone discoverable to rescuers nearby. β’ "I'm here to help" scans for people trapped around you. FOLLOW THE ARROW On supported iPhones, Apocalive shows the exact distance and direction to the person you're connected to β a big arrow that points the way plus a live distance readout β so you know precisely where to go. BE HEARD, BE SEEN β’ Sound Beacon plays a loud siren or speaks a looping message so rescuers can hear you. β’ Flashlight signals in the dark. TALK AND CHAT Once connected, send text messages or use push-to-talk voice β even with zero bars. BUILT FOR EMERGENCIES β’ Works with no internet and no cell service β phones connect directly to each other. β’ No account, no sign-up, no personal data required. β’ Every rescue feature is free for everyone. β’ Ready in seconds β set it up before you ever need it. Apocalive is free because safety shouldn't have a paywall. If it helps you and you'd like to support development, you can leave an optional tip β every feature works without it. Apocalive is a backup for when normal communication is down; always contact official emergency services first whenever they are reachable. Keep Apocalive installed. When the network fails, it could be the difference between being lost and being found.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Gal Lucky Compass at none against Apocalive's 3. Gal Lucky Compass also leads on iOS requirement (15.6 vs 18.0). Apocalive's advantage is update cadence (weekly vs every 3 weeks). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Apocalive sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $8.99 per month. Gal Lucky Compass asks for nothing beyond the download.
Gal Lucky Compass ships an update every 3 weeks, Apocalive weekly. The most recent releases landed on November 4, 2026 and November 5, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Gal Lucky Compass | Apocalive |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | Weekly β better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No β better | Yes |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod β better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 β better | 18.0 |
| Further details β not scored | ||
| Size | 59 MB | 4 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | akira ohmachi | Golizia LLC |
In-app purchases
Gal Lucky Compass
No in-app purchases
Apocalive
- Aegis (1 Month)$8.991 Month
- Aegis (1 Year)$89.991 Year
- Aegis (Unlimited Duration)$214.99
Questions
Is Gal Lucky Compass free?
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Do Gal Lucky Compass or Apocalive have ads?
Which is updated more often, Gal Lucky Compass or Apocalive?
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